UPS battery backup for medical & laboratory refrigerators and freezers
In hospitals, pharmacies, and laboratories, power loss isn’t just inconvenient — it can be catastrophic. Medical refrigerators and lab freezers store vaccines, medications, and samples that must be kept at precise temperatures. Xtreme Power UPS systems deliver reliable battery backup during outages, preserving your inventory and compliance.
We offer UPS solutions with typical runtimes from 2 to 12 hours, depending on load and configuration. Our featured models — the T91-2000 and P91-2kLi — are trusted in healthcare facilities, pharmacies, and laboratories worldwide.
Why you need a UPS for medical refrigerators & freezers
- Maintain critical temperatures during outages
- Prevent costly inventory loss and protect valuable samples
- Ensure medication and vaccine safety for patients
- Comply with CDC & VFC storage recommendations
- Avoid workflow disruptions in pharmacies and labs
- Protect sensitive temperature-monitoring systems
- Gain peace of mind with reliable backup power
Featured UPS models for cold-storage applications
T91-2000 UPS
- 2000 VA / 1930 W online double-conversion UPS
- ~2 hours runtime for a typical medical refrigerator
- Expandable to 12 hours or more with external battery packs
- Tower design with front LCD panel
- Battery: VRLA (valve-regulated lead acid) — cost-effective, field-proven
P91-2kLi UPS
- 2000 VA / 1800 W online double-conversion UPS
- ~3 hours runtime for a typical refrigerator — no external battery needed
- Tower or 2U rackmount form factor
- Battery: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) — up to 15-year lifespan, >3,000 cycles
T91-2000 vs. P91-2kLi
| Feature | T91-2000 UPS | P91-2kLi UPS |
|---|---|---|
| Runtime (internal battery) | ~2 hours for a typical medical/lab refrigerator | ~3 hours for a typical medical/lab refrigerator |
| Extended runtime | Yes — supports up to 7 external battery packs (up to 12 hours) | Not available — fixed internal battery only |
| Mounting options | Tower | Tower or rackmount (2U) |
| Warranty | 3 years (electronics and VRLA battery) | 6 years (electronics and lithium battery) |
| Generator compatibility | Yes — compatible with standby generators | Yes — compatible with standby generators |
| Overload capacity | 140% for 30 seconds | 140% for 30 seconds |
| Communication options | USB, RS-232, optional SNMP, dry-contact card | USB, RS-232, SNMP, dry-contact card, Modbus option |
| Battery life — typical | 3–5 years (VRLA) | Up to 15 years (LiFePO₄) |
| Battery cycles | ~300 cycles | >3,000 cycles |
| Dimensions & weight | 7.4″ W × 16.5″ D × 12.5″ H, 63 lbs | 17.2″ W × 19″ D × 3.5″ H, 33.5 lbs |
Actual runtime depends on equipment load, environmental conditions, and usage patterns.
Need a centralized UPS for multiple units?
For facilities with multiple refrigerators or freezers — or entire temperature-controlled rooms — Xtreme Power offers larger centralized UPS systems with high capacity and long-runtime flexibility.
M90S-6S Modular UPS
- 208 V, single cabinet or parallel systems for higher capacity
- Field-proven VRLA battery modules
- Hot-swappable power and battery modules
- Space-saving design with front access
- Ideal for vaccine-storage centers, clinical labs, and biorepositories
Designed for critical environments
Xtreme Power UPS systems are deployed across healthcare and research facilities:
They support laboratory-grade refrigerators and freezers in accordance with U.S. Department of Energy FEMP guidelines.
Let our experts size your cold-storage solution
Need assistance choosing the right model for your refrigerator, freezer, or vaccine storage? Our experts will help you configure a solution that meets your runtime and compliance requirements.